Lock Screen only disables browser windows. Applications running outside of the browser are not affected. If a locked student joins another session before the original session ends, the lock carries over to the new session.
Lock a Student’s Screen
Lock one student: Click the 3-dot menu on the student’s tile and select Lock student’s device. Lock multiple students:- Check the boxes next to each student you want to lock.
- Click the Lock / Unlock device button.
- Enter a custom message to display on the locked screen. This step is optional.
- Click Lock devices on the confirmation dialog.
- Confirm that the locked students’ tiles show the “You have locked this student’s screen” message.
Unlock a Student’s Screen
- Check the boxes next to each locked student.
- Click the Lock / Unlock device button.
- Click Unlock, then confirm by clicking Unlock devices.
- Confirm that the students’ tiles return to showing their active tabs.
A locked student’s tile always shows “You have locked this student’s screen” regardless of which teacher originally issued the lock. Any teacher in an active session with the student can unlock them.
Troubleshoot a Device That Stays Locked
If a student’s device does not unlock within 30 seconds:- Restart the student’s device.
- Wait for the student to reconnect to the session.
- Issue the unlock command again.
Resources
Commands Overview
Review all available teacher commands and how to issue them.
Active Screens View
Navigate the Screens view controls, including the command bar.